GRJ
George
South Africa
8,721 km
5,419 miles
LIS
Lisbon
Portugal
Distance
8,721 km
5,419 mi / 4,709 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
335°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

GRJ LIS
Airport Name George Airport Lisbon Portela Airport
IATA Code GRJ LIS
ICAO Code FAGG LPPT
City George Lisbon
Country South Africa Portugal
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Lisbon
Elevation 648 ft 374 ft
Coordinates -34.010000, 22.380000 38.780000, -9.140000

George (GRJ) to Lisbon (LIS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Airport (GRJ) in George, South Africa to Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) in Lisbon, Portugal is 8,721 kilometers (5,419 miles / 4,709 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 335°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with Portugal. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:54 in George, it's 15:54 in Lisbon.

The return flight from Lisbon (LIS) to George (GRJ) follows a heading of 154° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the George Airport (GRJ) and Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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